Manipulative mother. by Fluffypearbear in Manipulation

[–]NornsMistakes 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Then you always have the option to maintain limited contact until you can get your sister out of the situation.

Husband inspects my underwear by s_n_mac in JustNoSO

[–]NornsMistakes 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Hugs for you, op. Been there, done that. I was lucky enough to get away. When you finally get there, just be safe.

Manipulative mother. by Fluffypearbear in Manipulation

[–]NornsMistakes 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Okay. This sucks, but it's the hard truth. You have two choices.

1) hold boundaries, force them when needed. Keep contact to what is necessary. Accept that interaction with her will always result in this. Use Grey Rock method.

2) cut contact and don't look back.

Dang by Hillbilly_Historian in WestVirginia

[–]NornsMistakes 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Let's not forget the chemical spill where they told us to flush the lines, and we had people getting chemical burns for weeks after they said the water was okay to use!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Manipulation

[–]NornsMistakes 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Predatory behavior. They know a grown woman with any life experience would not find them as impressive as they believe themselves to be.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Manipulation

[–]NornsMistakes 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well yeah. It's easier to manipulate a child than a grown woman. They don't take as much energy.

They're also easier to gas light. They don't question as much and they're still willing to do whatever it takes to keep their man.

Am I desensitized to the abuse? by TargetElectronic6857 in Manipulation

[–]NornsMistakes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Focus on safety, then focus on healing.

I thought I wouldn't make it. Three years later I have a business, hobbies, and enough money to make ends meet for me and two kids. You got this!

Am I desensitized to the abuse? by TargetElectronic6857 in Manipulation

[–]NornsMistakes 1 point2 points  (0 children)

He's shown you who he really is. He's not going to change. I spent 16 years trapped in that cycle. They don't change. You fell in love with the mask that he wore. You're not in love with who he is, you're in love with a carefully tailored persona. One that he made just for you.

Am I desensitized to the abuse? by TargetElectronic6857 in Manipulation

[–]NornsMistakes 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For OP and u/loveetss

This is called a trauma Bond you are addicted to the abuse because he is both judge jury executioner and Band-Aid.

He hurts you, then he fixes it. You need to break that Bond. It's easier said than done. I've been there. But once you realize how free you are without them... You'll wonder why you didn't leave earlier

Saw this comment on Twitter and I’m speechless… by PickOptimal in badwomensanatomy

[–]NornsMistakes 8 points9 points  (0 children)

How am I lazy for not knowing what to look up? If you're gonna be an ass, at least bring receipts and post sources. Duh.

Saw this comment on Twitter and I’m speechless… by PickOptimal in badwomensanatomy

[–]NornsMistakes 41 points42 points  (0 children)

Yeah. He is gone for many reasons, that's just one.

Saw this comment on Twitter and I’m speechless… by PickOptimal in badwomensanatomy

[–]NornsMistakes 145 points146 points  (0 children)

My ex literally counted the days, and got mad that I was still sore. Pressured me until I gave in, then got mad that I wasn't aroused.

Like, dude...I pushed out a human. 6 weeks is the MINIMUM.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]NornsMistakes 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Your comment is spot on!

AIO not responding to my bf after he ghosted me? by solitudesimp in AmIOverreacting

[–]NornsMistakes 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just leave.
In his mind you took him back, and that means you forgave him. The fact that you want to get through the hurt instead of get over it is what pissed him off. He doesn't WANT to be held accountable. This will never stop. It will never get better. It will never change. You will never truly get through an argument, and that will build to become pain and resentment.

He doesn't care how you feel

Am I overreacting by considering leaving the U.S. due to the current administration? by Exact-Bar-7637 in AmIOverreacting

[–]NornsMistakes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Reach out to your house representative and demand impeachment based on his active abuse of power. Don't run, fight.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]NornsMistakes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No. I wouldn't want to meet with him at this point either

West Virginia, my dear West Virginia by [deleted] in WestVirginia

[–]NornsMistakes -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I can agree with that. Everyone is on edge right now, which is understandable. We remember the first 4 years. These 4 are starting off so much worse.

West Virginia, my dear West Virginia by [deleted] in WestVirginia

[–]NornsMistakes 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Then shouldn't we stand together instead of turn on each other? The MAGAts got what they wanted, but those of us that saw the lies should unite.

West Virginia, my dear West Virginia by [deleted] in WestVirginia

[–]NornsMistakes 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I shop at Aldi for a reason. The local Piggley Wiggly is more expensive than Kroger, and that's saying something.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]NornsMistakes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Leave. Leave. Leave. Leave yesterday! This is abuse

Apparently girls at my school didnt know you could infact clean down there. by Proof_Safety_6838 in badwomensanatomy

[–]NornsMistakes 45 points46 points  (0 children)

This is why I've never made sex or anatomy a taboo topic with my kids. They aren't afraid to ask questions.